User manual JVC GY-DV5000

INTRODUCTION CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS DV CAMCORDER DV CAMKORDER CAMESCOPE DV CÁMARA DE VÍDEO DIGITAL VIDEOCAMERA DIGITALE INSTRUCTIONS GY-DV5000 BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG GY-DV5001 MANUEL D'INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCCIONES ISTRUZIONI POWER SUPPLY PREPARATIONS SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING SHOOTING OPERATION PLAYBACK MODE USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS TIME CODE OPERATION MENU SCREENS FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION OTHERS * The illustration shows the GY-DV5000/GY-DV5001 DV Camcorder with the optional lens and viewfinder Microphone holder, Microphone attached. Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best possible performance. LWT0074-001C-H Thank you for purchasing the JVC GY-DV5000/GY-DV5001 DV Camcorder. These instructions are for the GY-DV5000E and GY-DV5001E. The text mainly deals with the GY-DV5000E. Explanations concerning unique GY-DV5001E functions are set off by the (GY-DV5001 only) notice. (DV signal input is possible with the GY-DV5001E.) These instructions are for the GY-DV5000E and GY-DV5001E. The instructions are given in five languages: English from page E-2 to E-96, German from page G-2 to G-96, French from page F2 to F-96, Spanish from page S-2 to S-96, Italian from page I-2 to I-96. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This equipment is in conformity with the provisions and protection requirements of the corresponding European Directives. This equipment is designed for professional video appliances and can be used in the following environments: residential area (in houses) or rural area commercial and light industry; e.g. offices or theatres urban outdoors In order to keep the best performance and furthermore for electromagnetic compatibility we recommend to use cables not exceeding the following length: Port DC IN FRONT AUDIO IN REAR AUDIO IN LINE OUT EARPHONE Cable Exclusive Cable Shielded Twist Pair Cable Shielded Twist Pair Cable Exclusive Cable Cable with earphone Length 5 meters 10 meters 10 meters 10 meters 2 meters Port DC OUT MONITOR OUT Y/C OUT DV Cable Exclusive Cable Coaxial Cable Exclusive Cable Exclusive Cable Length 1 meter 10 meters 10 meters 4.5 meters Caution : Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism, for example near a radio or TV transmitter, transformer, motor, etc., the picture and the sound may be disturbed. In such case, please keep the apparatus away from the sources of the disturbance. E-2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: TO R E D U C E T H E R I S K O F F I R E O R ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. This unit should be used with 12V DC only. CAUTION: To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT use any other power source. NOTE: The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the top frame. CAUTION To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. E-3 This unit is a DV video system format camcorder. Videocassettes marked with the symbol or symbol can be used. The following phenomena may occur when tapes recorded on other units (including another GY-DV5000) are recorded or played back on this camcorder. The transient section between scenes recorded on other units and those recorded on this unit may appear disturbed. Digital noise may appear during playback due to tracking errors. This unit records and plays back in the SP mode. Recording or playback in the LP mode is not possible. Due to manufacturing dispersion of tapes, we recommend not to record pictures within the first 2 to 3 minutes from the beginning of the tape. Before recording important scenes, be sure to perform a test recording and confirm that both video and audio are recorded correctly. Recorded video and audio contents are for private use. Other use may infringe on the rights of copyright holders. JVC cannot assume liabilities that may derive from the impossibility of normal recording or playback of video or audio due to malfunction of the camcorder or the videocassette. MAIN FEATURES Built-in compatible mechanism for use of both standard-size DV videocassettes and mini-size DV videocassettes Recording/playback can be made to/from Standard DV, Mini DV and DVCAM cassettes in DV format. Tapes recorded in the DVCAM format can only be played back (simple playback). Recording in the DVCAM format is not possible. DVCAM is a registered trademark of SONY Corporation. Compact, lightweight design Employment of aluminum die cast has resulted in an operation-condition weight as low as approximately 5.5 kg including lens, viewfinder, battery, and cassette. DV high-quality digital format The 4:2:0, 8-bit, 25 Mbps component digital processing ensures recording and playback with high picture quality. High sound quality based on PCM audio Two types of sampling, 16-bit, 48 kHz sampling and 12-bit, 32 kHz sampling, ensure high-quality digital audio. Time code reader/generator The built-in time code reader/generator can be used to record EBU time code and user's bits. Built-in 2.5" colour LCD display In addition to displaying the camera image and the playback image, the LCD monitor shows the status screens, menu screens for settings, and alarm indications. Built-in monitor speaker for audio checking The input audio can be monitored in recording or EE mode. The playback sound can be monitored in the playback mode. The speaker also outputs an alarm tone in case an abnormal condition occurs in the unit. Recording check function for convenient recording review and edit search function. Camera section designed with 3-CCD system for high-quality picture 1/2" 3-CCD with 440,000 effective pixels employed. Digital signal processing for reproduction of DV high-quality picture. Super sensitivity F13, 2000 lux 2000 lux standard sensitivity increased to F13 while high S/ N is retained. Enables shooting at normal indoor illumination eliminating the need for extra illumination. LOLUX for 0.2 lux (F1.4) illumination Employment of LOLUX mode ensures +36 dB gain. This is ideal for difficult shooting conditions with almost no illumination. The gain up value can be selected in the menu. Multi-Zone Auto Iris Detection Circuit Multi-zone auto iris detection circuit ensures optimum iris position even in backlit conditions or when a bright subject moves in a frame. Switch provided for selecting over or under level. Safety Zone indication in viewfinder Two types of safety zone indicator functions provided. Zebra pattern video level indication in viewfinder Full Auto Shooting (FAS) function Eliminating the need for troublesome switch or filter operations, the FAS function automatically provides a wide range of compatibility with shooting conditions which varies as you move between indoors and outdoors or between bright and dark locations. Colour temperature conversion filters for 3200K, 5600K, 5600K + 1/8ND, 5600 + 1/64ND provided. Variable scan shutter Eliminates flicker when shooting other screen pictures than PAL, such as computer monitor screens. Copes with the range from 50.1 Hz to 2067.8 Hz. DV (i. LINK) connector DV connector (4-pin) provided. Enables transfer of digital data to other equipment provided with DV connector, such as a non-linear editing system. 1/2" bayonet type lens Camera output, VCR playback output (composite/YC) possible Built-in colour bar (EBU type) Superior operability with shutter speed and menus selected by dial. Connection to network possible (when the optional Network Pack KA-DV5000 is attached) Video and audio streaming data can be transmitted through a LAN card and recorded on memory cards. E-4 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION MAIN FEATURES ............................................................... 4 7. SHOOTING OPERATION 7-1 7-2 7-3 7-4 7-5 7-6 Basic Recording Operation ...................................... Searching for Recorded Scenes (Edit Search) ........ If the Record-Standby Mode Continues ................... Checking Recorded Contents in Record-Standby Mode (Recording Check Function) .......................... HEADER REC Function ........................................... Recording the Colour Bars ....................................... 52 54 55 55 56 58 1. INTRODUCTION 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 1-6 1-7 Precautions for Proper Use ........................................ Routine and Periodical Maintenance ......................... Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape .............. Videocassette to be Used .......................................... Battery Pack to be Used ............................................ Condensation ............................................................. Characteristic CCD Phenomena ................................ 6 7 7 8 8 9 9 8. PLAYBACK MODE 8-1 8-2 8-3 8-4 8-5 Playback Procedure ................................................. Fast-Forward, Rewind .............................................. Search ...................................................................... Blank Search ............................................................ Outputting CH-3, CH-4 Channel Audio .................... 59 60 60 60 61 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 2-6 2-7 2-8 Front Section ............................................................ Right Side Section .................................................... Left Side Section ...................................................... Top Section .............................................................. Rear Section ............................................................ Indications on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder .......................................................... ZOOM Lens (Optional) ............................................. 1.5-Inch Viewfinder (Optional) .................................. 10 12 16 17 18 20 27 28 APPLICATION 9. USING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS 9-1 Connecting a Video Component with DV Connector .......................................................... 62 10. TIME CODE OPERATION 10-1 Displaying Time Code .............................................. 10-2 Presetting and Recording of Time Code .................. 10-3 Recording Time Codes in Continuation of Time Codes Recorded on Tape ........................................ 10-4 Reproducing Time Codes ......................................... 64 64 66 66 PREPARATIONS 3. BASIC SYSTEM CONNECTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS 3-1 3-2 3-3 3-4 3-5 3-6 Basic System ........................................................... Attaching the Zoom Lens ......................................... Attaching the Viewfinder .......................................... Attaching the Microphone (Provided) ....................... Attaching the Microphone (Optional) ........................ Attaching the Tripod Base (Provided) ...................... 29 30 30 31 31 32 11. MENU SCREENS 11-1 Menu Screen Configuration ..................................... 11-2 Setting Menu Screens .............................................. 11-3 FILE MANAGE Menu Screen ................................... 11-4 TOP MENU Screen .................................................. 11-5 CAMERA OPERATION Menu Screen ...................... 11-6 CAMERA PROCESS MENU Screen ....................... 11-7 ADVANCED PROCESS Screen .............................. 11-8 SKIN COLOR ADJUST Screen ............................... 11-9 AUDIO Menu Screen ............................................... 11-10 LCD/VF Menu Screen .............................................. 11-11 TC/UB/CLOCK Menu Screen ................................... 11-12 HEADER REC Menu Screen ................................... 11-13 TIME/DATE Menu Screen ........................................ 11-14 OTHERS Menu Screen ............................................ 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 73 74 75 77 78 79 80 4. POWER SUPPLY 4-1 4-2 AC Operation ........................................................... 33 Battery Pack Operation (Optional) ........................... 33 BASIC OPERATIONS 5. PREPARATIONS 5-1 5-2 5-3 5-4 5-5 Turning the Power ON ............................................. Cassette Loading and Unloading ............................. Viewing the LCD Monitor ......................................... Setting, Displaying and Recording the Date and Time .................................................................. Charging the Built-in Battery .................................... 37 38 40 41 44 12. FEATURES OF THE CAMERA SECTION 12-1 12-2 12-3 12-4 Full-Time Auto White Balance (FAW) ....................... IRIS (Brightness) Adjustment ................................... Adjusting the Shutter Speed .................................... Shooting the Screen Image on a Computer Monitor ..................................................................... 12-5 Gain (Sensitivity) Adjustment ................................... 12-6 Switch Setup According to Illumination and Subject .............................................................. 12-7 How to Use Skin Detail ............................................ 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 6. SETTING AND ADJUSTMENTS BEFORE SHOOTING 6-1 6-2 6-3 6-4 6-5 6-6 6-7 6-8 6-9 Camera Settings ...................................................... Screen Size (4:3/LETTER) Mode Selection ............. Viewfinder Adjustment .............................................. External Monitor Adjustment .................................... Back Focus Adjustment ............................................ White Balance Adjustment ....................................... Audio Input Signal Selection .................................... Recording Level Adjustment .................................... Monitoring Audio during Recording .......................... 45 45 46 46 47 48 49 50 51 OTHERS 13. OTHERS 13-1 13-2 13-3 13-4 Alarm Indications and Actions .................................. Troubleshooting ....................................................... Hour Meter Display .................................................. Specifications ........................................................... 90 93 94 95 E-5 1. INTRODUCTION 1-1 Precautions for Proper Use Supply voltage Make sure that the power is between 11 V and 15 V DC. If the power voltage is too low, abnormal colour and increased noise may occur. Do not exceed 15 V DC in any case, or the unit could be damaged. Allowable ambient temperature and humidity Be sure to use the unit within the allowable temperature range of 0°C to 40°C and a relative humidity of 30% to 80%. Using the unit at a temperature or humidity outside the allowable ranges could result not only in malfunction but the impact on the CCD elements could be serious as small white spots may be generated. When storing the GY-DV5000 for a long time, the storage temperatures should be ­20°C to 60°C. Strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism Noise may appear in the picture or audio and/or the colours may be incorrect if the camera is used near a radio or television transmitting antenna, in places where strong magnetic fields are generated by transformers, motors, etc., or near devices emitting radio waves, such as transceivers or cellular phones. Use of wireless microphone near the camera When a wireless microphone or wireless microphone tuner is used near the camera during recording, the tuner could pick up noise. Avoid using or placing the unit in places; · subject to extreme heat or cold; · with excessive dirt or dust; · with high humidity or moisture; · subject to smoke or vapour such as near a cooking stove; · subject to strong vibrations or on an unstable surface. · also do not leave the unit for long hours in a parked car under direct sunlight or near room heating equipment. Do not leave the unit where it is subject to radiation or xrays or where corrosive gasses occur. Protect the unit from being splashed with water (especially when shooting in the rain). Protect the unit from being wet when shooting on a beach. In addition, salt and sand may adhere to the camera body. Be sure to clean the camera after use. Protect the unit against penetration of dust when using it in a place subject to sandy dust. Optical performance of lens Due to the optical performance of the lens, colour divergence phenomena (magnification chromatic aberration) may occur at the periphery of the image. This is not a camera malfunction. Noise may appear in the viewfinder when switching between the playback picture and the EE picture. Use the unit in an upright position. If placed on its side, heat release efficiency will deteriorate, adversely affecting the tape transport. Depending on circumstances the tape may also be damaged. Vibrations Colors may fail to appear and/or the image and sound may be disturbed during VTR playback in locations subjected to strong vibrations. Precautions for transportation Do not drop or hit the unit against a hard object. Remove the videocassette before transporting the unit. Do not insert an object other than a videocassette in the cassette insertion slot. Be sure to close the cassette cover when the unit is not to be used for a long period. Do not set the POWER switch to OFF or remove the power cable during recording or playback. Otherwise the tape may be damaged. The sensitivity level of the provided microphone is set lower than the reference input (- 60 dBs) setting. When the unit is not in use, be sure to set the POWER switch to OFF in order to reduce power consumption. Cleaning the body: Wipe body with a dry, soft cloth. When it is extremely dirty, soak the cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wipe the body with it, and then use a clean cloth to remove the detergent. To prevent deformation of the body, etc. and to avoid operation hazards, do not allow volatile liquids such as benzine and thinner to touch the body, and do not wipe it with a cloth soaked in such a liquid. The camera may not show stable pictures in the period immediately after the power is turned on, but this is not a malfunction. If a tape containing recorded NTSC signals is played back, "NTSC INHIBIT" is displayed and correct playback will not take place. If this happens, remove the videocassette so that the unit returns to its normal state. When turning on the power with the tape inserted or after loading a tape, the built-in head cleaner will emit a sound while operating. However, this is not a malfunction of the unit. The LCD screen and the viewfinder screen are manufactured using high-precision technology. Black spots may appear on the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen, or red, blue, green and/or white spots may not turn off. However, this is not a malfunction and these spots are not recorded on the tape. Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into the cassette insertion slot as this may result in personal injury or damage to the mechanism. CAUTION : Do not point the lens or viewfinder directly at the sun or other strong light source. · Eye damage could result. · If the lens or viewfinder is left pointed at the sun, rays may collect inside the unit and cause damage or a fire. When carrying the camera, be sure to hold the carrying handle. Holding the lens or viewfinder may result in damage. E-6 1. INTRODUCTION 1-2 Routine and Periodical Maintenance The GY-DV5000 incorporates precision mechanical parts, which will collect dirt, wear out and deteriorate as the unit is used. After the unit has been used for a long period even in a normal environment, the heads, drums and tape transport mechanisms also collect dirt. Especially, dust which penetrates the inside of the VCR section during outdoor use will promote the wear and deterioration of mechanical parts by causing poor contact between tape and heads or failing to maintain the video and audio quality at high levels. To prevent wear and deterioration, clean the mechanical parts using a head cleaning tape as routine maintenance. However, cleaning with a head cleaning tape alone is not enough for cleaning the entire tape transport mechanism, so it is also recommended to apply periodical maintenance (inspection) to prevent the sudden occurrence of failure. As the replacement, adjustment and servicing of parts require advanced skill and equipment, please consult the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. Head Cleaning To maintain beautiful pictures and sound, be sure to use a head cleaning tape to clean the head periodically. (Read the "Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape".) If head cleaning is not performed periodically, a type of mosaic noise called block noise may appear in the picture or sound may be interrupted. Periodical Maintenance Contents : Check or replace the following mechanical parts according to the running time. Running Time 500H 1000 H 1500H 2000H 4000H Drum ass'y (including heads) Head cleaner Tape guides & rollers Reel disc and tension bands ­ ­ ­ : Check : Clean, check and adjust. : Clean and check. Replace as required. : Replace. Block Noise Please use cleaning tape produced by JVC. Do not use head cleaning tapes other than specified. Read the precautions and instructions for use of the head cleaning tape. When dust adheres to the heads, the warning message "HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!" is displayed on the LCD monitor and in the viewfinder during playback, edit search, and recording check using the RET button on the lens section. · The maintenance contents vary depending on the operating environment and method. Therefore, the above data should be considered as a reference. Time management The accumulated running time of the unit can be confirmed with the hour meter display (which shows the accumulated drum running time). For details, see "HOUR METER DISPLAY" on page 94. For consultations related to the maintenance planning or cost, please contact the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. 1-3 Precautions for Use of Head Cleaning Tape Please use cleaning tape produced by JVC. Adhere to the following precautions when using the head cleaning tape. Note 1) When used in a low humidity environment, head cleaning should be conducted at intervals half of those given in the below chart. Note 2) If an ME80 tape is used immediately after head cleaning, the "HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!" indicator may remain on. In this case, let the tape run as the indicator will turn off after the tape has run for a while. Note 3) Use the cleaning tape in the room temperature (10°C to 35°C). Note 4) The cleaning tape case contains instructions for use of the cleaning tape. However, some of these instructions differ from the contents of this sheet. When using the cleaning tape, please follow the instructions of this sheet. Note 5) If the "HEAD CLEANING REQUIRED!" does not disappear after repeated head cleanings, the recording tape may be abnormal. Avoid excessive repeated use of the head cleaning tape. High temperature 35°C to 40°C 1 to 2 times every 5 hours 1. Insert the cleaning tape. Press the PLAY button after the cleaning tape is fully loaded. The tape runs for 10 seconds at a time in the PLAY mode. (The tape stops automatically and then the unit enters the STOP MODE.) 2. Do not use the tape more than four times at the most for each cleaning. s Use the following chart as a guide for periodical head cleaning. Operating environment Yardstick for use of cleaning tape Low temperature 0°C to 10°C 1 to 2 times every 5 hours Room temperature 10°C to 35°C 1 to 2 times every 20 to 30 hours E-7 1. INTRODUCTION 1-4 Videocassette to be Used Use JVC's videocassette tapes marked with the " " or " symbol. " Standard DV videocassette: LA-DV276, LA-DV186, LADV124 Mini DV videocassette: M-DV63PRO, M-DV60, M-DV30 * Do not use M-DV80. Videocassettes cannot be used upside down. Avoid storing a videocassette with its tape not being completely wound, as this may damage the tape. Rewind it to the beginning before placing a cassette into storage. Store videocassettes in a place with little humidity and good ventilation where mould does not form. After a videocassette tape has been used repeatedly, it becomes unable to maintain full performance due to an increase in noise caused by dropouts, etc. Do not continue to use a dirty or damaged tape, as this will reduce the rotary head life. Videocassette tapes with the " " or " " symbol are provided with a switch on the back to prevent accidental erasure. Slide the switch to SAVE to protect the required recording in the tape from being overwritten. To record on the tape, slide the switch to REC. Switch REC SAVE s For recording and storing videotapes in the best condition Observe the following instructions for the best recording and storage of videotapes. Take care of the conditions of handling videotapes. It is recommended that you record and store videotapes in the environment below. Storage Short period Long period (Up to 10 years) (Over 10 years) Temperature 17°C to 25°C 15°C to 23°C 15°C to 19°C Humidity 30% to 70% 40% to 55% 25% to 35% Hourly temperature change Less than 10°C ­ ­ Hourly humidity change Less than 10% ­ ­ Recording Do not leave the videotapes neglected for a long period. If videotapes are left wound for a long period of time, it may result in distortion of the tape. Also it may cause tape-totape adhesion (known as blocking). It is recommended that videotapes be unspooled and rewound once a year for refreshing. When tapes are not in use, store them in cases and on end. Storage cases protect videotapes from humidity, dust and ultraviolet light. Keep tapes in cases and do not store them lying flat. When housed in a horizontal position, pressure from other tapes can cause distortions and deformations of the tape edges. 1-5 Battery Pack to be Used The GY-DV5000 can use any of the following battery packs. Flat shape type Anton-Bauer battery pack: Trimpack 13/14 Series Magnum 13/14 Series Compack 13/14 Series Propack 13/14 Series To display the remaining battery power accurately, set the BATTERY TYPE item on the OTHERS (2/2) menu screen according to the type of the battery pack in use. (See page 81) * An Anton-Bauer battery pack cannot be connected directly to the camera. It is necessary to mount the optional battery holder. Battery holder: Anton-Bauer QRQ27 For details on how to mount the battery holder, see page 35. E-8 1. INTRODUCTION 1-6 Condensation If the unit has been cooled down in a cold place and is then carried to a warm place, the moisture contained in the warm air may adhere to the head drum or tape guides and be cooled into water droplets. This phenomenon is referred to as condensation (dewing). When this occurs, the head drum and tape guides are covered with droplets allowing the tape to be stuck to them, leading to tape damage. Condensation occurs in the following cases: · When the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place. · When a room heater has just started or when the unit is exposed directly to cold air from an air conditioner. · When the unit is placed in a very humid place. Head drum "CONDENSATION ON DRUM" is displayed on the LCD monitor and in the viewfinder when condensation occurs in this unit. WARNING0201 CONDENSATION ON DRUM Video tape Keep the power on until the warning message disappears. Pay attention to condensation even before the condensation indication appears. · As condensation forms gradually, the condensation indication may not appear for the first 10-15 minutes after condensation has formed inside. · In an extremely cold place, the condensation could freeze and turn into frost. In such a case, it takes an additional 23 hours for the frost to first melt into condensation and then to be dissolved. To prevent condensation when moving the unit from one place to another where the temperatures are greatly defferent, first remove the videocassette, place the unit in a tightly sealed vinyl bag, and then move it to a new environment. To ensure no condensation occurs, allow the temperature of the unit in the bag to reach that of the new environment before using it. Do not leave the videocassette inserted when moving the camera under conditions where the temperature environment changes. After moving the unit, do not use until the internal parts have stabilized. 1-7 Characteristic CCD Phenomena Smear and Blooming Due to the physical structure of a CCD it is possible to induce vertical streaking (called "smear") when shooting an extremely bright light source. Another effect is the expansion of light around a bright light or object (called "blooming"). The CCD employed in this unit is characterized by inducing very little smear or blooming. Nevertheless, please take note that smear or blooming may be indured when shooting a bright light source. Smear (Vertical pale streaking appearing at high luminous object) High luminous object (Electric light, sunlight, etc.) Blooming (Blurring in highlight) Moire or Aliasing Shooting stripes or fine patterns may cause a jagged effect or a banding in fine mesh patterns. White dots High temperatures can cause CCD sensor pixels to produce the effect of white dots in the image. This condition is conspicuous especially when gain is applied. This is a characteristic of the charged-coupled device (CCD). As far as possible, use the unit under conditions where the temperature of the unit does not increase. Monitor screen E-9 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-1 Front Section 4 [LENS] Lens control connector Connect 12-pin lens control cable from lens here. Pin No. Function Return switch VTR trigger GND Lens AUTO/MANU control IRIS control +12V DC Pin No. 7 8 9 10 11 12 Function Iris position IRIS A/R INPUT EXTENDER position ZOOM position -- -- q w VF !0 o 1 2 3 4 5 6 5 [ZEBRA] Switch When this switch is ON, a zebra pattern is imposed on the viewfinder or LCD areas having luminance levels in accordance with the menu settings made for the video signal. This pattern can be used as a reference for manual adjustment of the lens iris. Zebra patterns are also displayed during colour bar display when this switch is set to ON. See "Zebra Pattern Display during Manual Adjustment" on page 83. The default value is 70% - 80%. The luminance level can be changed with the ZEBRA setting in the LCD/VF menu screen. See "ZEBRA" item on page 75. While this switch is pressed to the SKIN AREA side, the colour tone areas specified with the SKIN COLOR ADJUST item on the ADVANCED PROCESS menu are indicated in the viewfinder. The switch returns to the OFF position when released. See "How to Use Skin Detail" on page 88. The Skin Detail colour tone areas are not indicated while the colour bar or VTR playback picture is shown in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. e r t y OFF ZEBRA ON SKIN AREA AUTO WHITE ACCU FOCUS VTR AUDIO LEVELE CH-1 5 i u 1 Viewfinder mount base, sliding securing ring Mount the viewfinder on the base and secure it using the sliding securing ring. See "Attaching the Viewfinder" on page 30. 2 [VF] Viewfinder connector (6-pin) Connect the cable from the viewfinder here. 3 [FRONT AUDIO IN] Front audio input connector (XLR 3-pin) Balanced 3-pin connector for camera microphone or external audio component. Set the FRONT/REAR AUDIO INPUT switch ! on page 15 in accordance with the connected device. To record the audio from this connector, set the CH-1/ CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch 0 on page 15 to "FRONT". See page 15. 6 [VTR] VTR trigger button (record start/stop button) Recording start/stop can be done with this button. (It is interlocked with the VTR trigger button on the side section and the VTR trigger button on the lens section.) 7 [AUDIO LEVEL CH-1] CH-1 audio level control Adjusts the audio level of the CH1 audio signal input. Normally, the camera is used with the control set to the maximum (10) position. To use this control, set the CH1 FRONT VR item on the AUDIO menu screen to "ENABLE". See "AUDIO menu screen" item on page 74. 1 3 2 Pin No. 1 2 3 Function GND HOT COLD CAUTION: The provided microphone is a phantom microphone. Please confirm that the FRONT AUDIO INPUT switch is set to the +48V side when the provided microphone should be used. When using a microphone other than a phantom microphone, first set the FRONT AUDIO INPUT switch to E-10 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 8 [AUTO WHITE/ACCU FOCUS] switch White Balance: First, position a white object to occupy 80% of the centre of the screen. When the WHT.BAL switch % on page 13 is set to A or B, setting this switch to the upper position ("AUTO WHITE") will provide automatic adjustment for white balance. * It is not activated in preset, full auto shooting, full-time auto white balance and colour bar modes. See "White Balance Adjustment" on page 48. ACCU-FOCUS: When this switch is pressed down to "ACCU FOCUS", the lens iris will be forced to open for approximately ten seconds. The depth of field can be reduced and the lens focusing can be adjusted more accurately. CAUTION: · As the automatic shutter is activated up to 1/1600, flicker may appear on the screen depending on the lighting conditions (such as a fluorescent lamp, etc.) · This operation is not effected in the LOLUX mode. 9 Lens mounting ring/Lens lock lever Hold the lens and use the lever to turn the ring anticlockwise to release lens. To mount lens make sure the lens guide pin fits well, and then turn the ring clockwise until firm. See "Attaching the Zoom Lens" on page 30. 0 [FILTER] Colour temperature conversion filter control knob This knob switches the internal colour temperature filters. (3200K, 5600K + 1/8ND, 5600K, 5600K + 1/64ND) See "Camera Settings" on page 45. E-11 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-2 Right Side Section [Camera Setting Section] q EDITSEARCH w e r t AUTOKNEE UTOKNEE BARS CAM MONITOR FILTER 1 3200K 2 5600K 1/8 ND .3 5600K .4 5600K 1/64 ND SHUTTER STATUS MENU AUDIO LEVE AUTO IRIS BACK L NORMAL SPOT L FULL AUTO BLACK STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS LOLUX CH-1 CH-2 MODE VTR CAM WHT.BAL OUTPUT OFF ON PRST A B MODE HM L GAIN POWER ON OFF VTR !3 !4 !5 !6 !1 !2 y u io !0 1 [MONITOR] Audio monitor volume control Adjusts the volume of the monitoring loudspeaker and earphone. 2 [EDIT SEARCH +/­] +/­ button for edit search Pressing this button in the record-standby mode plays back the tape while the button is being pressed. While the + button is pressed, playback takes place at the normal speed. When the button is released, the standby mode is reengaged at the point where the button is released. While the ­ button is pressed, playback takes place at ­1times the normal speed (reverse playback). When the button is released, the standby mode is reengaged at the point where the button is released. When this dial is turned upward or downward while the menu screen is displayed, the cursor ( ) also moves upward or downward to allow selection of items in the menu. To change the setting value of the item, press this dial. When the setting value starts blinking, turn this dial upward or downward to change the setting. See "Setting Menu Screens" on page 68. 5 [AUTO IRIS] Auto iris level switch This switch selects the automatic iris adjustment reference value according to the condition in which the camera is used. BACK L : Under back light (Opens the iris about 1 step from the standard level.) NORMAL : Normal condition SPOT L : Under spotlight (Closes the iris about 1 step from the standard level.) See "SWITCH FUNCTIONS" on page 87. 3 [STATUS] Status/Menu button Pressing this button in the normal screen mode (condition in which the menu screen is not shown) displays a status screen in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. The displayed status screen changes each time the button is pressed. See "Status Screens" on page 20. Pressing this button for more than 1 second in the normal screen mode displays the menu screen in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. Pressing this button while the menu screen is displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor makes the menu screen disappear. See "Setting Menu Screens" on page 68. Every time this dial is pressed while in the normal screen mode (when the menu screen is not displayed), the shutter speed switches between on/off. When this dial is turned 1 click up or down in the normal screen mode, the shutter speed indicator is shown for about 3 seconds on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. The shutter speed is changed when this dial is turned while the shutter speed indicator is shown. See "Adjusting the Shutter Speed" on page 84. 6 [FULL AUTO] Full auto shooting ON/OFF button and indicator This switch toggles the full auto shooting function on and off. The indicator lights when in the full auto mode. Full auto shooting combines the auto iris, auto level control (ALC) to automatically adjust the video signal level and the white balance to their optimum levels. The audio recording level will operate in the auto adjustment mode. The iris is placed in automatic mode even if the iris mode switch of the lens is in manual. The gain will vary continuously to the maximum of +18 dB. The shutter speed will vary continuously to the minimum of 1/200 of a second. See "Full Auto Shooting (FAS) function" on page 87. 4 [SHUTTER] Shutter/Menu dial E-12 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 7 [BLACK] Black stretch/black compression switch Switches the gain for the dark section of the image. Set to an appropriate position depending on the video signal to be shot. STRETCH : By stretching the signal only for the dark section, contrast in the dark sections of the image is enhanced. NORMAL : Standard mode. COMPRESS : When an entire image is relatively light and the contrast is low, the gain of the dark sections is compressed to increase the contrast. $ [OUTPUT] Color bar/Camera/Auto knee switch This switch is used to select the output signal. When the video signal from the shooting camera is selected, the auto knee function is available. CAM. AUTO KNEE ON: Outputs the video signal from the shooting camera. In this mode, the auto knee function is available. CAM. AUTO KNEE OFF: Outputs the video signal from the shooting camera. In this mode, the auto knee function is not available. BARS: Outputs the colour bar signal. In this mode, the auto knee function is not available. Set to this position when adjusting the video monitor or when recording the colour bar signal. Color bars will not appear when Full Auto is set to ON or when in the VTR mode. AUTO KNEE function When shooting a foreground subject, such as a person, etc., with a high-brightness background, if the brightness level is set for the foreground subject, the background image will be blurred with white. In such a case, a clearer background is obtained when the auto knee function is used. It is effective especially in the following cases: When shooting a person indoors with a view to the landscape out through a window. When shooting a person in the shade on a fine day. When shooting a high-contrast scene. 8 [LOLUX] LOLUX On/Off button This button toggles the LOLUX mode on and off. LOLUX gain gives extremely low light level sensitivity for special applications. This will result in an increase of 30 dB in the LOLUX mode. The gain up value can be selected from the menu. See page 71. LOLUX operation takes priority over normal gain setting. If the unit is placed in the LOLUX mode when it is in full auto shooting mode, the auto level control (ALC) (one of the full auto shooting functions) will be made inactive, so that the LOLUX mode is given preference (FAW still remains active). See "GAIN BOOST UNDER LOLUX CONDITION" on page 86. 9 [CAM] Camera mode indicator This indicator lights when the camera is in the Camera mode. To record the camera image, press the MODE switch ^ to turn on this indicator. When the power is turned on, the mode becomes the Camera mode. CAUTION: If a fast moving high-brightness section like a car in sunlight is shot, the auto knee function may change the brightness of the entire image along with the motion of the object. In this case, set the auto knee function to OFF. 0 [VTR] VTR mode indicator This indicator lights when the camera is in the VTR mode. To perform VTR playback or to input the DV signal from the DV connector 6 on page 19 (DV signal input is possible with the GY-DV5001.), press the MODE switch ^ to turn on this indicator. % [WHT.BAL] White balance switch Three white balance modes are selectable with this switch. B : If white balance is performed with the switch in this position, it will be memorized into B. A : If white balance is performed with the switch in this position, it will be memorized into A. PRST : A non-erasable white balance setting at 3200K. (PRESET) FAW (Full-time Auto White) mode can be set to A, B or PRESET with the CAMERA OPERATION menu. See page 71. In the FAW mode, video colour temperatures are constantly sampled for automatic adjustment to a proper white balance. ! [POWER] Power ON/OFF switch This switch is used to turn the power on and off. "POFF" is displayed on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder when the power is turned off. * Wait 5 seconds or more before turning the power on again after it has been turned off. @ [VTR] Trigger button (Recording Start/Stop) This button is used to start and stop recording. (It is interlocked with the VTR trigger button on the front and the VTR trigger button on the lens section.) ^ [MODE] Mode switching switch This is a switch to select either the Camera mode or the VTR mode. Each time this switch is pressed upward, the mode is switched to either the Camera mode or the VTR mode and the CAM indicator 9 or VTR indicator 0 lights in accordance with the selected mode. Select the Camera mode to record the camera image. Select the VTR mode to playback or to output the DV signal from the DV connector 6 on page 19. (DV signal input is possible with the GY-DV5001.) When the power is turned on, the mode becomes the Camera mode. # [GAIN] Sensitivity selector switch Electronically boosts the light sensitivity when there is insufficient illumination on the subject. The boosting level differs depending on the switch position as follows: (Factory presets) L : 0 dB (no boosting is applied) M : 9 dB (boosted to approximately 3 times the original) H : 18 dB (boosted to approximately 8 times the original) The boosting level for each switch position can be changed with the CAMERA OPERATION MENU screen. See page 71. The more the boosting level is increased, the more the resulting image will be noisy. E-13 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-2 Right Side Section (Cont'd) q w e y u AUDIO LEVEL FRONT REAR r LCD BRIGHT t DISPLAY OPEN PULL OPEN EDITSEARCH MONITOR FILTER 1 3200K 2 5600K 1/ 8 ND .3 5600K .4 5600K 1/64 ND CH-1 CH-2 SHUTTER STATUS LCD BRIGHT DISPLAY CH-1 CH-2 AUDIO INPUT AUDIO SELECT CH-1 CH-2 AUTO MANUAL MENU AUDIO LEVEL AUTO IRIS BACK L NORMAL SPOT L FULL AUTO BLACK STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS LOLUX FRONT REAR PULL OPEN CH-1 CH-2 MODE VTR CAM CH-1 CH-2 AUDIO INPUT AUDIO SELECT CH-1 CH-2 AUTO MANUAL POWER ON OFF VTR i o 1 Monitoring speaker In the Camera mode, the input sound can be EE monitored. In the VTR mode, the speaker outputs the VTR playback sound. The sound to be output is selected with the MONITOR SELECT switch @. The sound level is adjusted with the MONITOR sound level button 1 on page 12. The sound from this speaker is not output if an earphone is plugged into the PHONES jack 5 on page 18. This speaker also outputs various warning sounds superimposed on other sound. See "Alarm Sounds" on page 92. 6 [CH-1 AUDIO LEVEL] CH1 audio level control Adjust the audio level of the CH1 audio channel with this control. To use this control, set the CH1 AUDIO SELECT switch 8 to "MANUAL". This control works regardless of the setting of CH1 FRONT VR item on the AUDIO menu screen. To use this control, set the AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 control switch on the front section (7 on page 10) to the maximum (10) position, or set the CH1 FRONT VR item on the AUDIO menu screen to "DISABLE". 2 LCD door LCD monitor door. The LCD monitor is located on the inner side of the door. The LCD monitor can be viewed when this door is opened. The door can be turned to change the orientation of the LCD monitor, and it can be rotated so that it can be accommodated in the main body of the camera. See page 40. 7 [CH-2 AUDIO LEVEL] CH-2 audio level control Adjust the audio level of the CH2 audio channel with this control. This control is valid only when the CH-2 AUDIO SELECT switch 9 is set to "MANUAL". 8 [CH-1 AUDIO SELECT] CH-1 audio selector switch This switch is used to select the method for adjusting the audio level of the CH-1 audio channel. AUTO : When audio at maximum volume is input, a limiter activates to suppress the audio level. The audio level does not increase when the input level is low. MANUAL : The audio level can be adjusted with the CH-1 AUDIO LEVEL control 6 or the AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 control 7 on page 10. To use the AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 control on the front section, the CH1 FRONT VR item on the AUDIO menu screen should be set to "ENABLE". 3 LCD door lock and release knob To open the LCD door, move this knob in the direction toward the rear section. 4 [LCD BRIGHT +/­] LCD brightness +/­ button This button is for adjusting the brightness of the LCD monitor display. Pushing the button in the + direction makes the monitor brighter. Pushing the button in the ­ direction makes the monitor darker. Pushing the +/- buttons simultaneously returns the setting to the standard setting. 5 [DISPLAY] Display button This button is for turning the LCD monitor display ON/OFF and selecting the display mode. When this button is pressed for a long time, the LCD monitor display is turned ON or OFF. Each time this button is briefly pressed while the LCD monitor display is turned on, the display mode changes as shown in the following. Only image displayed Characters shown enlarged Image and characters displayed 9 [CH-2 AUDIO SELECT] CH-2 audio selector switch This switch is used to select the method for adjusting the audio level of the CH-2 audio channel. AUTO : The audio level is held at the reference level even when sounds greater than the reference level are input. The audio level does not increase when the input level is low. MANUAL : The audio level can be adjusted with the CH-2 AUDIO LEVEL control 7. E-14 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS View with cover open. !2 !0 LCD BRIGHT DISPLAY MONITOR SELECT OPEN EDITSEARCH MONITOR FILTER 1 3200K 2 5600K 1/ 8 ND .3 5600K .4 5600K 1/64 ND CH-1 MIX CH-2 COUNTER FRONT REAR CH-1 CH-2 AUDIO INPUT AUDIO SELECT CH-1 CH-2 AUTO MANUAL TC UB CH-1 AUDIO LEVEL !3 !4 CH-2 AUDIO INPUT FRONT LINE MIC +48V REAR TC GENE. REGEN PRST FREE REC SHUTTER STATUS LCD BRIGHT DISPLAY MENU AUDIO LEVEL AUTO IRIS BACK L NORMAL SPOT L FULL AUTO BLACK STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS LOLUX FRONT REAR PULL OPEN CH-1 CH-2 MODE VTR CAM CH-1 CH-2 AUDIO INPUT AUDIO SELECT CH-1 CH-2 AUTO MANUAL POWER ON OFF VTR !1 0 [CH-1/CH-2 AUDIO INPUT] CH-1/CH-2 audio input selector switch This switch is used to select the input sound of the CH1 or CH2 audio channel. It is selected for each of the CH1 and CH2 channels. FRONT : The sound from the FRONT AUDIO IN connector on the front side section is input. REAR : The sound from the REAR AUDIO IN connector on the rear side section is input. CAUTION: Make sure to move switches all the way. Do not leave a switch stopped in a midway position. Noise will be generated and operation irregularities will occur. # [COUNTER] Counter display switch Selects the contents displayed on the TC counter of the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. (This switch works when the TC/UB item on the LCD/VF (2/2) menu screen is set to ON.) TC : Set to this position to display time code values. UB : Set to this position to display the user's bits values. ! [FRONT/REAR AUDIO INPUT] Front/rear audio input signal selector switch. This switch is used to select the input sound signal from the FRONT AUDIO IN connector and the REAR AUDIO IN connector. LINE : Set to this position when connected to audio equipment, etc. The reference input level is +4 dBs. MIC : Set to this position when the microphone is connected. The reference input level is -60 dBs. +48V : Set to this position when a microphone requiring +48 V power supply (phantom microphone, etc.) is connected. This connector supplies +48 V DC current. When using the provided microphone connected to the FRONT AUDIO IN connector, set the FRONT AUDIO INPUT switch to this setting. $ [TC GENE.] Time code generator setting switch Switch for setting the time code generator to preset mode or regeneration mode. It is also used to select the time code run mode when the preset mode is selected. PRST-FREE : The preset mode is selected, and the time code run mode becomes the FREE run mode. Set to this position to record with the time code or user's bits set anew (preset). In this setting, the time code always operates in the run mode. * If this setting is used when recording scenes one after another, the time codes become discontinuous at the transition points between scenes. PRST-REC : The preset mode is selected, and the time code run mode becomes the REC run mode. Set to this position to record with the time code or user's bits set anew (preset). The time code operates in the run mode during recording only. If this setting is used when recording scenes one after another, the time codes are recorded as continuous time codes. REGEN : Regeneration mode, in which the unit reads existing time codes on the tape and records time codes in continuation of the existing ones. Set to this position when you want to add additional time codes to time codes already recorded on the tape. CAUTION: When connecting a component that does not require +48 V power supply, make sure that the switch is not set to +48V before the component is connected. @ [MONITOR SELECT] Audio monitor selector switch This switch is used to select the monitor sound output and playback sound output from the monitoring speaker 1 on page 14 or the PHONES 5 jack on page 18. CH-1 : The CH1 channel audio is output. MIX : CH1 and CH2 channel audio are output mixed. When this setting is selected, the menu screen can be used to select whether the mixed sound or stereo sound should be output via the PHONES jack. (AUDIO MONITOR item on the AUDIO menu screen) When AUDIO MONITOR in the AUDIO menu screen is set to "STEREO", only the audio of CH-1 is output from the monitoring speaker. CH-2 : The CH2 channel audio is output. See "Outputting CH-3, CH-4 Channel Audio" on page 61. See "AUDIO Menu Screen" on page 74. MEMO: Preset of time code and user's bits is performed on the TC/UB/CLOCK menu. See "TIME CODE OPERATION" on page 64. See "TC/UB/CLOCK Menu Screen" on page 77. E-15 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-3 Left Side Section PUSH r FRONT AUDIO IN LINE OUT CH-1 Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT LENS CH-2 ewq 1 [MONITOR OUT] Monitor output connector (BNC) Composite video signal output connector. Camera mode: The camera image is output. VTR mode: The playback image is output in the VTR playback mode. When a DV signal (IEEE 1394) is input, the EE image of the input video signal is output. (GY-DV5001 only). 3 [CH1/CH2 LINE OUT] CH1/CH2 line output connector (RCA) Output connector for audio signals. Outputs the input audio signal in the Camera mode. Outputs the playback audio signal in the VTR mode. When a DV signal (IEEE1394) is input, the EE sound of the input audio signal is output in the VTR mode. (GYDV5001 only) MEMO: When the OUTPUT CHAR. item on the OTHERS (1/2) menu screen is set to ON, the same on-screen indications as those on the viewfinder will be shown on the external monitor. (Black and white indications) MEMO: Alarm sound is not output. 4 Microphone attachment holes 2 [Y/C OUT] Y/C output connector (4-pin) Output connector for separate YC video signal. Camera mode: The camera image is output. VTR mode: The playback image is output in the VTR playback mode. When a DV signal (IEEE 1394) is input, the EE image of the input video signal is output. (GY-DV5001 only). For attaching the microphone holder KA-A50U (optional) when the optional microphone MV-P615U or MV-P618U is used. See "Attaching the Microphone (optional)" on page 31. MEMO: When the ASPECT RATIO item on the CAMERA OPERATION menu screen is set to LETTER, 16:9 aspect ratio distinction ID signal is output. When the OUTPUT CHAR. item on the OTHERS (1/2) menu screen is set to ON, the same on-screen indications as those on the viewfinder will be shown on the external monitor. (Black and white indications) E-16 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-4 Top Section e w q BLANK SEARCH REW STOP FF PLAY STILL r !0 oyitu 1 Cassette cover The cassette cover can be opened by sliding the OPEN knob 2. Open this cover to insert or remove a videocassette from the unit. Normally, this cover should be closed. 5 [PLAY] button Press to start playback. During still picture playback and search mode, press this button to return to the normal playback mode. * If the auto tracking is active at the moment the play mode is entered, the playback video will be interfered with digital noise. CAUTION: To prevent foreign objects from entering the internal parts of the VTR unit, do not leave the unit with the cover open for extended periods of time. 6 [STOP] button Press to enter the stop mode. 2 [OPEN] Cassette cover lock knob Slide this knob to open the cassette cover. 7 [STILL] button Press to enter the still picture mode during playback, in the stop mode or in the search mode. When the still picture mode has continued for about 3 minutes, the unit automatically switches to the stop mode. (Tape protect mode) 3 [EJECT] button Located inside the cassette cover. Press this button to eject the videocassette. MEMO: It takes a few seconds before the videocassette is ejected. Do not close the cassette cover during the eject operation. Do not touch the cassette insertion slot or cassette during the eject operation. This could result in damage. Eject operation is not possible while the power is off. 8 [FF] Fast forward button Press this button to fast forward the tape. Pressing this button in the stop or rewind mode initiates the fast forward mode. Pressing this button during playback, still picture playback or reverse search initiates forward search. 9 [REW] Rewind button Press this button to rewind the tape. Pressing this button in the stop or fast forward mode initiates the rewind mode. Pressing this button during playback, still picture playback or forward search initiates reverse search. 4 Operation cover Open this cover when operating in the playback mode. Otherwise, keep this cover closed. This cover can be opened by sliding it to the side. MEMO: When the STOP button (6) is pressed in the Camera mode to set the VTR operation mode indicator to indicate STOP, playback operations become possible. 0 [BLANK SEARCH] button Press this button to locate blank parts (unrecorded parts) on the tape, such as the end point of a recording. Blank search starts when this button is pressed in the stop mode. When a blank part (unrecorded part) on the tape is detected, the unit enters the STILL status in the VTR mode and the Standby status in the Camera mode. E-17 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-5 Rear Section i u PUSH y PHONES DV REAR AUDIO IN TALLY t DC OUT q LINE OUT CH-1 DC IN Y/C OUT MONITOR OUT CH-2 o r e w 1 [TALLY] Tally lamp This lamp lights up when the GY-DV5000 enters the record mode. It blinks during the transition to the record mode. Use the BACK TALLY item on the OTHERS (2/2) menu screen to select whether or not the lamp should light and the lighting pattern. See "BACK TALLY" on page 81. 1 2 3 4 No. 1 2 3 4 -- -- Signal GND +12V 2 [REAR AUDIO IN] Audio input connector on the rear section Connect external audio equipment or a microphone to this connector. Set the FRONT/REAR AUDIO INPUT switch ! on page 15 in accordance with the connected equipment. To record the audio signal input through this connector, set the CH-1 or CH-2 AUDIO INPUT switch 0 on page 15 to "REAR". The audio from this connector is recorded on the channel set to "REAR". No. 1 2 3 1 4 [DC OUT] DC output connector Connector for power output to a wireless microphone transmitter, etc. The supply voltage is identical to the voltage supplied to the unit (DC 17 V max. 0.3 A). 4 1 No. 1 2 3 4 GND -- -- Signal 3 2 DC 12V (power through) Signal GND HOT COLD (Surface profile) 2 3 5 [PHONES] Earphone jack This is a stereo mini-jack for connecting an earphone for audio monitoring. Plug in an earphone or headphone with a 3.5 mm diameter plug. The earphone can also be used to monitor alarm tones in accordance with the circumstances. The sound from the monitoring speaker is interrupted when an earphone is connected here. The audio channel to be output is selected with the AUDIO SELECT item on the AUDIO menu screen and MONITOR SELECT switch @ on page 15. The audio output level is adjusted with the Audio monitor volume control 1 on page 12. 3 [DC IN] DC input connector (XLR 4-pin) Power input connector for 12 V DC. Connect to the optional AA-P250 power adapter. When a cable is connected here, the power supply from the battery pack is interrupted and the source is switched to the power supplied through this connector. E-18 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS MEMO: The volume of the alarm sound is set with the ALARM VR LEVEL item on the OTHERS (2/2) menu screen. When using a stereotype jack and stereo sound should be output, the following setting should be performed. Set the MONITOR SELECT switch to "MIX". Set the AUDIO MONITOR item on the AUDIO menu screen to STEREO. 6 [DV] connector Using a DV cable (optional), a digital video component with DV connector can be connected here. This connector is used for input or output of the DV signal or to input the VTR control signal from a digital video component with DV connector. To record the DV signal from this connector, set the unit to the VTR mode. (GY-DV5001 only) (Press the MODE switch ^ on page 13 upward to turn on the VTR indicator.) Camera mode: The DV compressed signal (IEEE1394) of the camera image is output. VTR mode: · During playback, the tape playback DV compressed signal is output. · The DV input signal from this connector can be recorded on tape. (GY-DV5001 only) MEMO: To receive FF/REW remote control signals from this connector, select the setting with the REM FF/REW MODE item on the OTHERS (1/2) menu screen. 7 Battery holder Mount Flat shape type battery pack here. See "Using Flat Shape Type Battery Pack" on page 34. 8 Battery holder lock release knob This knob is used to open the battery case cover. Press the knob while turning to open the cover. 9 [BREAKER] Breaker button The breaker trips when the power consumption exceeds the capacity. If the breaker trips, confirm that there are no abnormalities and that the power consumption does not exceed the rated wattage. If no abnormalities are detected, press the BREAKER button before turning the power ON again to put the camera in the operating status. If the unit still does not work normally, please consult the person in charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent. E-19 2. CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND CONNECTORS 2-6 Indications on the LCD Monitor and in the Viewfinder In addition to showing the EE image and the playback picture, the LCD monitor and viewfinder are also used for the following character displays. To show characters on the LCD monitor, press the DISPLAY button briefly. s Status screens (screens for checking the current camera settings) s Alarm message display s Auto white display (only displayed in the Camera mode) s Safety zone display (only displayed in the Camera mode) s Menu setting screens LCD BRIGHT DISPLAY OPEN MEMO: When the OUTPUT CHAR. item on the OTHERS (1/2) menu screen is set to ON, the character displays mentioned above are also output through the MONITOR OUT connector and Y/C OUT connector. s Status Screens AUDIO LEVEL FRONT REAR